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5 of the most lovable dating appsBlog

[b]Looking for love this February? If you’d like to find yourself a date in time for Valentine’s Day, check out five of our favourite dating apps below. They could help you find your perfect match.[/b] [h3][b]Tinder[/b][/h3] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/23c818ec-dab4-4f44-83d5-31ad8a12223d.png[/img]Let’s start with the legendary [i]Tinde[/i]r, known as the world’s most famous dating app. [i]Tinder[/i] is so well known that the act of ‘swiping right’ if you like what you see has made its way into everyday language. [i]Tinder[/i] is simple and fun. Swipe right if you like someone, swipe left to pass. Then if someone likes you back, you’ve got yourself a match. You can then chat online with them, and arrange to meet offline – a date, in other words. Fancy giving [i]Tinder[/i] a try? With more than 26 million matches per day, surely you’ve got a chance of romance? If you’ve got an iPhone, [url=https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/tinder/id5477

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Hands on with the Honor View 20Blog

[b]Honor has just launched the View 20 - a spectacular flagship phone packed with ‘world firsts’. In other words, tech that’s simply never been seen on a smartphone before. Let’s take a closer look.[/b] [h2]Biggest camera ever[/h2] The Honor View 20’s main 48MP camera is the biggest that’s ever been on a mobile phone, and it’s capable of taking great photos day and night. In bright light, the sensor uses every single one of those 48 million pixels for incredibly detailed shots. In low light, it merges the pixels for photos that are bright and clear. The camera also uses AI (artificial intelligence) to make taking Insta-worthy shots an absolute doddle. It couldn’t be easier - just point and shoot, and the AI automatically adjusts the camera settings to give you the best possible picture. It can recognise over one and a half thousand different scenes, apparently – everything from pets to sunsets. [h2]Rear of the year[/h2] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attach

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NOW CLOSED - Valentine's Dinner Voucher Giveaways

This Valentine's, treat yourself and a loved one to a meal on us! Win one of 5 £50 The Restaurant Choice vouchers which can be spent in a selection of dining chains across the UK including Pizza Express, Nando’s, Yo! Sushi, Café Rouge, Ask Italian, Jamie’s Italian, Byron Burger, Pizza Hut Restaurants and The Real Greek. For your chance to win, simply comment below telling us who you'd share it with... 5 winners will be selected at random by midnight on Sunday – Good luck! Competition closes 23.59 on the 10th February 2019. [url=https://community.idmobile.co.uk/competitions-47/terms-and-conditions-valentines-dinner-voucher-giveaway-30191]Terms & Conditions[/url]

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Terms and Conditions - Valentine's Dinner Voucher Giveaway

[list=1] [*]To enter this promotion, you will have to register to the iD Mobile Community and answer the question on the corresponding topic thread: “Valentine's Dinner Voucher Giveaways” [*]The promotion opens on 00.01 (GMT+1) on 04/02/2019 and the closing date for entries is 23.59 (GMT+1) on 10/02/2019. 5 prizes will be awarded to 5 winners. The prize will consist of a £50 Restaurant Choice Gift Card. [*]This promotion is open to all UK residents aged over 18 years (except for employees and their families, of the Promoter and their group of companies). [*]Only 1 entry per person is permitted, duplicate entries will not be entered into the draw. [*]The Promoter may, in its absolute discretion, disqualify any entries which it feels do not comply with these terms and conditions or where any form of bad faith is suspected. [*]The entry must be submitted personally by the entrant. Entries by third parties, collective entries or multiple entries will be disqualified. [*]The Promoter

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6 tips to speed up your phoneBlog

[b]When you’ve had your phone a while, it can start to slow down and become less responsive. Frustrating, we know. So we’ve come up with some simple tips and tricks to help get it back up to speed.[/b] [h3][b]1. Keep your system software up to date[/b][/h3] If you’re someone who always hits ‘later’ when it’s time to do a software update, that could be the reason your phone has slowed down. Regularly updating the software keeps your phone optimised for the many apps and services it uses, so it runs as smoothly as possible. Every month or so, security updates are released. They iron out any bugs and make sure any safety issues are fixed, so don’t ignore them when they pop up. There are major updates released every year too, so check regularly for them or tap ‘install’ as soon as they appear. To check for updates yourself, just go into the settings on your phone and type ‘update’ in the search bar at the top. If there’s anything to install, follow the instructions on the screen.

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5 apps for World Puzzle DayBlog

[b]It’s World Puzzle Day on 28th January – and if you’re partial to a bit of a brainteaser, there’s no better time to download a new app for yourself. Here are five great puzzle apps to get stuck into.[/b] Watching TV shows and scrolling through social media on your morning commute is all very well and good, but nothing gets the brain warmed up quite like a puzzle. Here are our current faves: [h3][b]1. Monument Valley[/b][/h3] [i]Monument Valley[/i] was the winner of Apple Game of the Year and the Apple Design Award in 2014, and 5 years on it’s still enchanting users just the same. This puzzle app sees you guide silent princess Ida through mysterious monuments, discovering hidden paths, outsmarting the Crow People and unfolding optical illusions – and the results are quite frankly, stunning. [video]https://youtu.be/Me4ymG_vnOE[/video] It’s a great game to play on your phone, but if you’ve got a tablet or a phone with a bigger screen, you’re in for a treat. The mesmerising archite

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How you can save money with your phoneBlog

[b]January can be a long month when it comes to money. Or, maybe you hit the January sales a little too hard? If so, here are some top tips on how you can save cash with your phone.[/b] [h3][b]Get a Monzo account[/b][/h3] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/ed2e3fc7-9f5e-4f99-9868-903b9b178183.jpg[/img] If you’re not great at keeping track of your spending habits, and want more control over your budget, why not try a Monzo bank account? It’s different to other bank accounts because the accompanying app lets you see an easy summary of your spending, and lets you set budgets for things like the weekly shopping and going out. When you go on a bit of a spending spree, you’ll get a notification to let you know you need to slow down a bit, so you can stick to your budget. You can use the Monzo app to pay for things too, so if you’re used to using Apple/Google Pay, you can still use your phone to get that coffee in the morning. It’s free to sign up, and is a

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What's the notch?Blog

[b]Some love it, some hate it. One thing’s for sure, you’ll find a notch at the top of most new smartphones. But what is it – and why is it there? Read on, and you’ll find out.[/b] [h3][b]What is the notch?[/b][/h3] It started with Apple, as often seems to be the way. The first notch was seen at the top of the iPhone X, but it wasn’t just about looks. Oh no, there was a good reason for it. So, a bit of background. For years, phone makers had been trying to get the screen as close to the edge of the phone as possible. But once they’d added in a speaker and a selfie cam, that removed space at the top of the screen. Apple had an answer to this (of course). They stretched the screen right to the edges but kept a small area at the top for the camera, speaker and light sensor – and that, friends, is the notch. It’s time for a look at our favourite notch phones… [h3][b]Apple iPhone X[/b][/h3] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/dfd10042-d76c-4c2a-bfb5-ddc88e1

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What is facial recognition?Blog

[b]Confused about facial recognition and what it means for you? We’ve had a look at the security upgrades made for these features, and how they can keep you safe.[/b] Do you keep a lot of personal information on your phone? Lots of people do, so it’s a relief to know manufacturers are upgrading security measures.. Facial recognition technology has seen some recent advances, so we’ve had a look at what’s going on and what different manufacturers are doing to make things more secure. [h3][b]How does it work?[/b][/h3] When you scan your face, the recognition technology uses an algorithm to turn what it’s seeing into data. That data is then collected and stored, to create a personalised profile for you. Manufacturers are using different approaches to achieve this, finding clever ways to keep devices secure. [h3][b]How does Apple’s facial recognition work?[/b][/h3] Newer Apple models, like [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/apple-iphone-xr]iPhone Xr[/url], use a ‘TrueDepth’

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5 smartphone myths you shouldn’t believeBlog

[b]Don’t believe everything you hear. A few mobile myths seem to have cropped up over the years, and they’re simply not true. Here are five of the most persistent tall stories you should be ignoring.[/b] [h3][b]1. “You need to let your battery go down to 0% before recharging”[/b][/h3] False. Couldn’t be further from the truth. Which is good news, because who has the time to wait for their battery percentage to run right down before re-charging? Nobody, that’s who. And the truth is, you don’t have to. The majority of smartphones these days come equipped with strong Lithium-ion batteries, which are more than capable of handling a full-ish charge at all times. In fact, batteries are under the most strain when they’re fully charged [i]or[/i] completely empty. Their real sweet spot is round about the 50% mark. So, if you really want to keep your battery in good nick for as long as possible, you should try and keep it charged between 20% and 80%. [h3][b]2. “The more megapixels,

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How to choose the right power bankBlog

[b]When it comes to portable chargers, size matters! This handy guide will help you choose one that’s powerful enough for your whole day.[/b] Most of us know that sinking feeling - the battery has gone on your phone, no charger in sight, and you’re left looking back at yourself in the black screen of your phone. A power bank will help you keep your phone powered up all day, so you’ll never miss another photo opportunity or important phone call. There’s plenty to choose from, so which one is right for you? [h2][b]What size power bank do you need?[/b][/h2] It’s nice and simple to figure out which size power bank you need. Just find out how big the battery in your phone is (in mAh – milliamp/hour) and make sure the power bank is bigger. That way, you’ve got plenty of power to fully charge your phone at least once. For example, [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/samsung-galaxy-s9-plus]the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus[/url] has a 3,500 mAh battery, so a 12,000 mAh power bank will

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Our pick of the best comedy podcastsBlog

[b]Beat the January blues with an Acast comedy podcast! Whether you’re commuting, studying, working or just chilling out, tune in for a laugh with our pick of the best comedy podcasts around.[/b] Have you heard the hilarious news? iD Mobile is now Acast’s official comedy podcast partner! To give you a taste of what’s on offer, the side-splitting podcasts below are all available on the Acast app, home to some of the world’s best podcasts. When you get the app, you can follow your favourites and see similar podcast titles of interest. Plus, you’ve got the option of streaming content or downloading it for on-the-go listening. [h3][b]My Dad Wrote A Porno[/b][/h3][img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/d9366fce-fee7-49cd-94ca-4bb2902fa04f.jpg[/img] Jamie Morton’s dad wrote a dirty book. Instead of hiding in shame, Jamie’s sharing it with us. With the help of his friends, James Cooper and BBC Radio 1's Alice Levine, Jamie reads a chapter a week and discovers more

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All the smartphone news from CES 2019Blog

[b]From bendy phones to 5G networks, here’s our roundup of the biggest smartphone announcements from CES 2019.[/b] The biggest mobile news from this year’s CES didn’t come in the shape of a fancy new phone, instead, it was the announcement that 5G is on its way. [h2] [/h2][h2]5G phones from Samsung[/h2] Attendees at this year’s CES had been hoping for news of Samsung’s next big smartphone, but the Korean tech giant actually gave us something much bigger … confirmation from Samsung CEO and President HS Kim, that “in the first half of this year we’ll be releasing 5G smartphones to the market”. The fastest connection you’ll get at the moment is 4G+, which lets you download a Full HD movie in around 2.5 minutes. The expectation of 5G is that you’ll be able to download the same movie in less than 10 seconds. The announcement from Samsung does indicate that it's planning to add 5G capability to more than one of their 2019 models. And we expect to see other manufacturers following

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Discover VR on your phoneBlog

[b]Do even more with your phone, with amazing VR tech. It’s addictive, exciting – and it’s surprisingly affordable to get started. All you need is a headset, and that’s where this article comes in.[/b] We all love our phones and the things we can do with them. We can take incredible pictures, listen to our favourite music in amazing quality and get truly lost in our favourite films. But you could be getting even more out of your phone. You could be exploring whole new worlds and inhabiting exciting fantasy lands – now that beats a trip to the supermarket, doesn’t it? We’re talking virtual reality or VR for short, and we reckon you’ll absolutely love it. We’ve picked out some of the best VR headsets currently available, so you can start exploring. [h3] [/h3][h3][b]Daydream View[/b][/h3] With the Google VR Daydream View you’re firmly in control, and it well and truly lives up to its Daydream name. With this headset, you get amazing-quality optics that’ll fully immerse you. It c

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How to get more space on your phoneBlog

[b]Is your phone’s memory getting too full? Find out how to get a decent amount of storage space back on your phone with these handy hints and tips.[/b] If you don’t have enough storage space on your phone, it might stop you doing the things you love. You won’t be able to install new apps, get the latest updates or even save your photos. The big question is, do you know how much room you’ve actually got left? To find out how much free space is on your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Storage > iCloud Usage. You’ll be able to see how much space you’ve taken up and how much you’ve got left. You can also check what things are taking up most space, so you can clear out any old apps that you don’t use anymore. On an Android phone, storage space can vary a lot depending on the phone. You can still easily check how much you’ve got though. Just go to [b]Settings[/b] > [b]Storage[/b]. If you find it’s filling up too fast, here are a few tips to help you out. [h3][b]Slot in a me

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NOW CLOSED - Samsung Galaxy Watch GiveawayBlog

[h3]To set you up for 2019, we’re giving away a Samsung Galaxy smart watch! [/h3] For a chance to win, answer the following question with a comment below: [h3]You’ve got one song to work out to for the rest of your life, what is it and why? :notes:[/h3] The next time you listen to it, it could be on your brand-spanking new watch. The competition is only open for 48 hours so you’ll have to move fast to enter - on your marks, get set, go! [img]https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/emojione/assets/png/23f1.png?v=2.2.7[/img] Competition closes 23.59 on the 8th January 2019. [url=https://community.idmobile.co.uk/competitions-47/samsung-galaxy-watch-giveaway-t-cs-29983]Click here for the competition T&Cs[/url]

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5 smartphone trends to watch in 2019Blog

[b]2019 has arrived but what does the year have in store for smartphones? Here are five of our biggest top mobile trend predictions for this year – from folding phones to pop-up cameras.[/b] [h3][b]1. In-display fingerprint scanners[/b][/h3][img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/ae7aaf64-f844-4b90-a29a-7602f18269a0.png[/img] Fingerprint sensors are the new norm. After all, who has time to enter their password every time they want to access their phone? And now, lots of new handsets are expected to feature in-display fingerprint scanners come 2019. Having the fingerprint in the screen will reduce the bezels on the latest models even further. So you can expect bigger screens with superior ultrasonic fingerprint readers nestled nicely under the display. There are already a few phones on the market offering this feature – two of which being the [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/oneplus-6t-6gb-ram-128gb-mirror-black]OnePlus 6T[/url] and the

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What to do before asking a question?Tutorial

[h3]Have you got a burning question? Is there something you need to know about your iD Mobile plan, or mobile tech in general? [/h3] Then you’re in the right place. The iD Mobile Community will give you the answers you need. And you might not even have to post a new question – it might have been asked and answered already, and sitting on the Community ready and waiting for you! To check if it already exists, here’s what to do… [list=1] [*][b]Use the search bar[/b] at the top of every Community page to look for your question. Think about the key words of your question, and enter them first. You’ll then see a list of suggested questions appear below the search bar. If you’re question’s there, go ahead and tap on it! [*][b]Browse sub-categories[/b] under the ‘Menu’ bar at the top of every Community page. If you find the relevant subject area for your question, tap on it and scroll through the posts. [/list] If you’ve tried the above and definitely can’t find your questio

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Facebook messenger

On my new huawei p20 Pro when I go into facebook messenger in the search bar it shows a green dot then the screen flickers and the dot disappears Or if I go into facebook messenger and open a message the green online dot with a person name beside it appears on top of the name of the actual person I am chatting to. Again the screen flickers and it goes back to normal Is this a problem /glitch

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Our top 7 health and fitness appsBlog

[b]Looking to get fit in 2019? Whether you’re planning on hitting the gym, pounding the pavement or looking to work out at home, these lean and mean fitness apps will help you reach your goals.[/b] [h3][b]J&J Official 7 Minute Workout[/b][/h3]Available from the [url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/johnson-johnson-official-7/id784797900?ls=1&mt=8]App Store[/url] or [url=https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jnj.sevenminuteworkout&hl=en_GB]Google Play[/url] [video]https://youtu.be/EV08AZkr9hg[/video] The 7-minute workout craze has really taken off. If you’re thinking of downloading one, there’s a huge amount to choose from. There’s only one original though, and we’re pleased to say it’s still the best around. Here it is: The Johnson & Johnson Official 7-Minute Workout app gives you the famous official workout, with optional warm-up and cool-down sets now added. You can also view a video of the workout’s creator Chris Jordan doing the exercises himself, and gi

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Just to let you know the app had today stopped working for me. Won't connect now. Its been installed twice. It's an internal problem with id everything is correct my end. Network is fine WiFi is working at home too. Sort it out please or at least notify those who need to know Happy new year

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A few ways to get festive with your phoneBlog

Christmas is only a few days away, and you can really get into the spirit of things with a little help from your favourite possession. So just for you, here are a few ways you can get festive with your smartphone. [h3]Speakers for your Christmas playlist[/h3] No Christmas is complete without a playlist of festive classics blasting out on repeat. Mariah, Bublé, Wham, Essex (David, not Joey), we love them all. So why not give yourself an early present, and get a wireless speaker to stream your favourite seasonal tunes around the home? You’ll love the big, deep audio from the compact [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/kitsound/boomcube.html#!colour=black&dealType=sf]KitSound Boomcube[/url]. And you’ll be amazed by the beefy bass on the [url=https://www.carphonewarehouse.com/sony/srs-xb10-portable-wireless-speaker.html#!colour=blue&dealType=sf]SRS-XB10[/url] – perfect for listening to the brass band of Jona Lewie’s ‘Stop the Cavalry’ in all its glory. Or why not add

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What is Night Sight and how do I get it?Blog

[b]Fed up with blurry and grainy low light photos? Well you don’t have to put up with them anymore if you’ve got a Google Pixel smartphone. Let us explain…[/b] Google has developed ‘Night Sight’, a new feature that enables you to take incredible photos, even at night! [h2] [/h2]Night Sight was originally launched on the [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/google-pixel-3]Pixel 3[/url] and [url=https://www.idmobile.co.uk/shop/pay-monthly/google-pixel-3-xl]Pixel 3 XL[/url] and it was so popular that they decided to add it to the whole Pixel range. But what exactly is it, and does it live up to all the hype? [h3]What is Night Sight?[/h3] It was almost two decades ago that a camera was first added to a phone, and since then we’ve had to put up with poor quality night photos. Most modern smartphones have a ‘Night Mode’, but it tends to only work if nothing in the scene is moving and you keep your hand completely still. Otherwise, the results will usually be blurry an

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Which phone size fits you?Blog

[b]Picking the right size handset is a big decision. After your next upgrade you're going to have your phone for a while - so read this guide if you’re unsure of which size to to go for.[/b] Can’t decide whether to go for a phone with a 5, 5.6 or 6.4-inch screen? It’s a tough decision, but you’ll find great phones in all sizes at iD Mobile. We’ve picked some of the best to help you decide which one to go for. [h2] [/h2][h2][b]Is bigger really better?[/b][/h2] It all depends on what you’ll be using it for. A big screen is great if you play games on your phone, or if you use it to catch up on your favourite TV shows. Lots of storage space is also handy if you like to work on the go, whether it’s sending emails or building presentations. Here are some of our favourite big-screen phones: [b]Samsung Galaxy Note9[/b] [img]https://uploads-eu-west-1.insided.com/idmobile-en/attachment/9d9df5a0-1614-4d54-a8f0-705913112b5a.jpg[/img] The Note9 is an absolute powerhouse, and with it’s 6.4-inch Q

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